State of Illinois

Job Requisition ID: 48135

Closing Date: 07/10/2025

Agency: Department of Public Health

Class Title: SENIOR PUBLIC SERVICE ADMINISTR - 40070

Skill Option: General Administration/Business Marketing/Labor/Personnel

Office: Director's Office

Division: Communications

Posting ID: 01-25-0318 / 48135

Posted: 6/25/25 - 7/10/25

Bilingual Option: None

Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary Range (Effective 7/1/2025) $9,174 - $11,700/month

Job Type: Salaried

Category: Full Time

County: Cook / Hybrid

Number of Vacancies: 1

Bargaining Unit Code: None

Merit Comp Code: Excluded - Subject to Paragraph (1), (2), (3), or (6) of Section 4d of the Personnel Code

• A RESUME IS REQUIRED FOR THIS JOB POSTING****

Please attach a DETAILED Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV), a copy of your transcripts or diploma for all degrees earned, and a copy of any applicable professional licensures to the MY DOCUMENTS section of your application. Please note that the Department of Public Health must verify proof of higher education for any degree earned (if applicable) before any offer can be extended. You WILL NOT be considered for the position if you attach a CMS100, CMS100b or any other document in lieu of a Resume or CV.

Posting Identification Number:

01-25-0318 / 48135

Why Work for Illinois?

Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion, equity, and dedication that define our state. Whether you’re helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, you’re part of something bigger—something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.

No matter what state career you’re looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your schedule—flexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.

Position Overview

The Illinois Department of Public Health is seeking a highly motivated individual to serve as Media Administrator #1 for the Offices of Preparedness and Response, Policy, Planning and Statistics, Health Protection, Women’s Health and Family Services and Health Care Regulation in the Department of Public Health. Responsible for media policy development, planning, implementation and administration of all media services and operations for assigned IDPH Offices in collaboration with the Deputy Director for Office of Communications and Director. Serves as agency spokesperson and representative on behalf of IDPH to the media frequently addressing issues of a highly confidential and sensitive nature. Serves as a coordinator and representative to the Governor’s Press Office and IDPH staff depending on nature of issue and coordinates partnerships with other agencies attending media events impacting multiple agencies and in the course of these duties is responsible for planning and programming of departmental activities, integrating the plans and projections of a number of related governmental divisions and media entities and the planning and scheduling of work programs associated with media relations. Conducts analysis and research of potential resources and methods of enhancing media relations services for IDPH. Serves in the role of Public Information Officer in the National Incident Management System during public health emergencies and participates in public health preparedness exercises as needed.

Benefits Statement

As a State of Illinois Employee, you will receive a robust benefit package that includes the following:

• Flexible and hybrid work schedules are available in many program areas (when available and dependent upon position)
• Competitive Group Insurance benefits including health, life, dental and vision plans.
• Pension plan through the State Employees Retirement System
• Deferred Compensation Program – voluntary supplemental retirement plan
• Optional pre-tax programs -Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP) & Dependent Care Assistant Plan (DCAP)
• 10-25 days of paid vacation time annually (10 days for first year of state employment)
• 12 paid sick days annually which carryover year to year
• 3 paid personal business days per calendar year (pro-rated dependent on start date)
• 13-14 paid holidays per year
• 12 weeks of paid parental leave
• Employee Assistance Program and/or mental health resources

These are just a few of the many perks available to all State employees. For more information about our benefits please follow this link: https://www2.illinois.gov/cms/benefits/Pages/default.aspx.

Essential Functions

• Serves as agency spokesperson and representative on behalf of the Offices of Preparedness and Response, Policy, Planning and Statistics, Health Protection, Women’s Health and Family Services and Health Care Regulation in the Department to the media advocating, explaining and interpreting to both print and broadcast medias the content and implications of specific agency events, issues, inquires, ongoing news and other activities to maximize the accuracy, consistency and effectiveness of understanding of intent to all concerned parties frequently addressing issues of a highly confidential and sensitive nature.
• Serves as Media Administrator #1 for the Offices of Preparedness and Response, Policy, Planning and Statistics, Health Protection, Women’s Health and Family Services and Health Care Regulation in the Department of Public Health, performing policy-making, media relations and spokesperson functions.
• Serves in the role of Public Information Officer in the National Incident Management System during public health emergencies.
• Evaluates local and statewide print and electronic media resources to secure adequate statewide media coverage.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires knowledge, skill and mental development equivalent to completion of four (4) years of college.
• Requires four (4) years of progressively responsible administrative experience in public affairs, public relations, journalism or a closely related field.

About the Agency

The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) is tasked with the oversight of communities within Illinois to achieve and maintain optimal health and safety. With an annual budget of over $2 billion in state and federal funds, 6 regional offices, 3 laboratories and over 1,200 employees, IDPH is equipped to fulfill its mission of protecting the health and wellness of the people of Illinois through the prevention, health promotion, regulation and control of disease and injury.

Work Hours: Monday-Friday 8:30am-5:00pm

Work Location: 69 W Washington St Chicago, IL 60602-3134

Agency Contact: DPH.HRRecruiter@Illinois.gov

Posting Group: Leadership & Management

Revolving Door:

Certain provisions of the revolving door restrictions contained in 5 ILCS 430/5-45 apply to this position. As a result, the employee should be aware that if offered non-State employment during State employment or within one year immediately after ending State employment, the employee shall, prior to accepting any such non-State employment offer, notify the Office of the Executive Inspector General for the Agencies of the Illinois Governor (“OEIG”) or may be subject to a fine.

The main form of communication will be through email. Please check your “junk mail”, “spam”, or “other” folder for communication(s) regarding any submitted application(s). You may receive emails from the following addresses:

donotreply@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com

systems@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com

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